United Relief Foundation

08/30/2026

National Su***de Prevention Month: First Action, Raising Awareness

September is National Su***de Prevention Month—a time to focus on being united in raising awareness, encouraging conversations, and reminding those who may be struggling that they are not alone.

At United Relief Foundation, we believe awareness is the first meaningful action in su***de prevention.

Raising awareness begins with the simple act of sharing information—helping others recognize the signs that someone may be struggling and creating a culture where people feel comfortable talking about emotional challenges and asking for help.

Too often, people experiencing a crisis suffer in silence. They may worry about being judged, misunderstood, or perceived as weak.

For veterans and active‑duty servicemembers, the expectation to remain strong and resilient can make it especially difficult to acknowledge when they are struggling or to reach out for support.

Learn more https://unitedrelieffoundation.org/national-su***de-prevention-month/

08/01/2026

United in Service: A Special Announcement for Women Veterans Across Chicago and Surrounding Suburbs.

Whether you’re thriving, rebuilding, transitioning, or simply curious, the United Relief Foundation encourages women who served — any branch, any era — to attend our United in Service partner National Women Veterans United’s upcoming Stand Down on September 26, 2026.

Admission and activities are free for all attendees, though advance reservation is required to ensure proper planning.

NWVU Stand Down September 2026 WE SEE YOU! WE HEAR YOU! WE SUPPORT YOU! If you’re a woman who served — any branch, any era — this Stand Down is for you. Whether you’re thriving, rebuilding, transitioning, or simply curious, you’ll find something meaningful attending NWVU Stand Downs. Why N...

07/31/2026

For 20 years, United Relief Foundation has created meaningful, lasting differences in the lives we’ve been able to strengthen and elevate through the generosity of our volunteers, donors, and dedicated United in Service partners and patrons — including our Facebook Family, whose likes, shares, and donations have helped amplify our mission to make a difference!

As we look ahead, United Relief Foundation will continue to move forward quietly and humbly, making a tangible impact by focusing on the housing‑related challenges that hinder our veterans' stability, dignity, and future. This next chapter is already underway through the collaboration of our United in Service Partner, National Women Veterans United, and our United in Service Patron, URB, inc. https://donateahousetohelpveterans.org/

In service,
Frank Salato
President

Photo: National Women Veterans United President and Founder Rochelle Crump, joined by NWVU board members, presents United Relief Foundation President and Founder Frank Salato with the NWVU One Voice ~ One Vision Outstanding Community Service Award during the first housing‑initiative with URB, inc. President Brian Urbanowski held at his offices in Lincolnwood, Illinois.

06/21/2026

As we commemorate America's 250-year journey, we come together as one nation to remember our past, honor our present, and support our future.

This historic milestone is not only a celebration of our nation's founding, but also an opportunity to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in the United States Armed Forces.

This Fourth of July—and every day until the next—let us remain united in our gratitude, not just in words, but in action; united in making a difference by being the difference.
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05/16/2026

As we respectfully go about supporting our veterans, Memorial Day is another solemn moment to be united in remembering and honoring the service and sacrifice of those who are no longer with us. unitedrelieffoundation.org

01/02/2026

One moment. One gesture. One difference.

From our first humanitarian relief effort that united individuals and organizations under one mission, to 20 years later, we’re still quietly making meaningful differences.

In 2026, we hope you’ll embrace at least one act of kindness to help lift awareness for the needs of our veterans.

Raising awareness means opening eyes to the challenges, opening hearts to the struggles, and opening doors to the support every veteran deserves.

Post. Promote. Partner. Each one is meaningful, and awareness difference‑driven. unitedrelieffoundation.org/single-act-of-kindness-campaign

Let us continue to show our gratitude not just in words, but in action—united in making a difference, by being the difference. UnitedReliefFoundation.org